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Amar Singh Chamkila Wiki, Death, Wives, Family and Music

Amar Singh Chamkila was a famous Punjabi Singer known for his exceptional stage performances. During his peak years, he had a massive fan base. Now, the Netflix series based on his life is ready. Diljit Dosanjh plays his life on screen, and Parineet Chopra plays Amarjot (Chamkila’s second wife).

Imtiaz Ali directed the film, and the music was by A.R Rahman. They are collaborating again after Rockstar.

Amar Singh Chamkila, a renowned Punjabi singer known for his exceptional stage performances, continues to command a massive fan base in Punjab. Raised in a traditional joint family, Chamkila’s passion for music and instruments like Dhol and Tumbi emerged early in life.

He was good at education but left school to support his family financially, initially working in a cloth mill in Ludhiana. His journey into the Punjabi music scene began unexpectedly when he caught the attention of Surinder Shinda in 1979. This marked the start of his collaboration with Shinda’s troupe and his transition from a lyricist to a solo singer to meet his family’s needs.

Chamkila’s solo and duet songs gained immense popularity globally, leading to performances alongside renowned artists like K. Deep and Surinder Shinda. His impactful songs reflected rural Punjab’s life and highlighted social issues.

Amar Singh Chamkila Wiki/Biography

Name	Dhanni Ram
Profession	Singer, musician, composer
Genre	Punjabi duets, solos, folk, religious
Stage Name	Amar Singh Chamkila
Other names	Elvis of Punjab, Chamkila
Birth Date	21 July 1961
Birth Place	Village Dugri, Ludhiana Punjab (India)
Death Date	8 March 1988
Death Place	Mehsampur Jalandhar Punjab (India)
Cause of Death	Assassination, Shot Dead
Who Killed Chamkila and Amarjot	It is alleged to have been done by Sikh militants.
Age	27 Years
Debut Album	Takue Te Takua
Chamkila Father	Hari Ram Singh (Died)
Chamkila Mother	Kartar Kaur (Died)
First Wife	Gurmail Kaur
2nd Wife	Amarjot (Died with Chamkila)
Children	2 Sons and 2 Daughters
Chamkila’s Son	Not Known/Jaiman Chamkila
Chamkila’s Daughters	(Mother Gurmail Kaur) Amandeep Kaur, Kamandeep Kaur Aka Kamal Chamkila
Siblings	Swaran Kaur Charandeep Kaur
Caste	Born in Dalit Sikh Family
School	Gurjar Khan Primary School Dugri Village

Amar Singh Chamkila Height, Weight, Eye Colour, and Body Type

Height	5’9″ feet or 175 CM
Weight	65 KG
Eye Colour	Black
Hair Colour	Black
Body Type	Slim

Filmography Discography of Amar Singh Chamkila

Album/Song	HMV Records	Year
Amar Singh Chamkila Surinder Sonia	EP	1981
Surinder Sonia & Amar Singh Chamkila	EP	1982
Mitra Main Khand Ban Gai	EP	1983
Chaklo Driver Purje Nun	EP
Jija Lak Minle	LP	1983
Hikk Utte So Ja Ve	LP	1985
Bhul Gai Main Ghund Kadna	LP	1985
Rat Nun Sulah-Safaiyan	EP	1985
Sharbat Vangoon Ghut Bhar Laa	LP	1987
Baba Tera Nankana
Naam Jap Le		1986
Talwar Main Kalgidhar Di Haan		1985
Yaad Aave War War	LP	1988

Lesser Known Facts about Amar Singh Chamkila

Chamkila wrote songs for Punjabi singers like Surinder Shinda (Main Digie Tilak Ke), Jagmohan Kaur (Gabroo Nu Marda), and KS Kooner (Deor Naal Nach Bhabiye).
As a lyricist, he struggled financially and pursued a solo singing career to support his family.
He recorded numerous solo and duet songs that gained popularity worldwide.
Chamkila performed live concerts with artists like K. Deep, Muhammad Sadiq, and Surinder Shinda.
Before partnering with Amarjot, he collaborated with female singers like Surinder Sonia and Usha Kiran.
Chamkila and Amarjot were highly sought-after internationally for their live performances.
He reached a level of popularity, surpassing even legendary Punjabi folk singers.
Chamkila’s songs reflected village life and addressed social issues.
He performed extensively, often charging a significant amount for his shows.
Chamkila’s hit track ‘Pehle Lalkare Naal’ remains iconic.
He sang devotional songs and always used the Tumbi during live concerts.
Chamkila was married twice, with his second marriage being to Amarjot.
Tragically, both Chamkila and Amarjot were fatally shot before a performance in 1988.
Chamkila had numerous unreleased songs and a substantial bank balance at his death.

The film is ready for release, starring Diljit as Chamkila and Parineeti as Amarjot.

Chamkila’s tragic demise, along with his wife Amarjot, in 1988 left a void in the music industry, with many unreleased songs showcasing his Endless legacy.